Can Chickenpox make the child more grumpy than usual after he's recovered?

[onefunkymama]

Hi
My son (2) had chickenpox, the last spots dried up 10 days ago. He wasn't especially pampered while ill. But he is being extraordinarily stroppy and difficult at the moment. I think this is caused by the chickenpox, not his age- has anyone else experienced this? Can the virus cause this?

Thanks

[NotanOtter]

yes in short - torture as they are recovering - normal imho

[onefunkymama]

any idea how long it will last?

[NotanOtter]

a week to 10 days imo - i find this bit harder than the illness!!